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adverb

  • Experiencing the present time fully and without distraction from past or future concerns; spontaneously and without premeditation.

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She has coach Kelly Inouye-Perez keep her, the Division I home run queen, from getting caught up in the moment.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

There is no overt action, no crime, no betrayals, at least not in the moment.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

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  • in the zone
  • being present
  • in the now

Possible Antonyms

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  • planning ahead
  • absentmindedly
  • overthinking it
  • stuck in your head

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